Sr. Accountant (56596)

About the role

Phoenix House of NY is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services guided by core values of Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation of monthly management reports and accompanying schedules, worksheets, and narratives, including “Budget vs. Actual” variance reports; provides follow-up and documentation of significant variances.
• Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintains the general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing trial balances, and reconciling entries.
• Sums up financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial statements.
• Analyzes financial information and summarizes financial status for internal and external reporting.
• Identifies errors and suggests improvements to enhance operational efficiency and optimize spending.
• Aids in annual external audits by completing requested materials and preparing assigned schedules for both annual and interim audits.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and government accounting
• Understanding of net-deficit accounting under OASIS, OMH and other local funding agencies
• Awareness of business trends
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages; Sage 100, FAS, Concur
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field

Benefits

• (10) Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Competitive wages and more...

Pay

$85,000 - $110,000

Schedule

Full Time - Exempt